Bring Quality Child Care to Your Community

Child Care Council of Kentucky partners with the Family Child Care Network (FCCN-KY) to help you start and grow a child care program right from your home. Whether you want to open a small in-home program or expand into a larger licensed facility, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

Family Child Care Network of Kentucky

FAMILY CHILD CARE NETWORK OF KENTUCKY

How We Help

We understand that navigating licensing requirements, regulations, and business decisions can feel overwhelming when you’re starting a family child care program. Our team is here to simplify the process and walk alongside you every step of the way.

We provide clear guidance to help you understand state requirements, answer your questions thoroughly, and connect you with the right resources so you never feel alone in the process. We help you prepare your home to meet safety standards, develop policies and practices that align with regulations, and gain the confidence needed to open your doors with peace of mind.

Types of Child Care Facilities

Here’s a quick overview of the types of child care programs in Kentucky.

Licensed Type 1

Provides care for 4 or more children in a non-residential setting, or 13 or more children in a residential setting.

Licensed Type II

Provides care in the provider’s primary residence for 7 to 12 children, including children related to the licensee.

Certified Family Child Care

Care in the caregiver’s own home for up to 6 unrelated children and up to 4 related children, with a maximum total of 10 children at any time.

Registered Relative Provider

Care provided by a family member in their own home or the child’s home. May care for no more than 6 children related to the caregiver, or no more than 8 children total including their own.

Non-Regulated Child Care

Providers caring for 3 or fewer children not related to them are not regulated by the Division of Regulated Child Care. Providers caring for more than 3 unrelated children must be certified or licensed unless exempt.

Getting Started

If you’re interested in opening your own in-home child care program, we’re here to help you navigate every requirement and build a successful, high-quality business that families trust.

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Child Care Council of Kentucky helps you understand regulations, complete trainings, and grow your program confidently.

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